Iowa LLC: Key Data, Fees & Features
Your complete overview of $Iowa LLC costs, pros & cons, and key regulations. Make an informed decision with our up-to-date data.
State Filing Fee
$50
Processing Time
1-1 days
Annual Report Fee
$30
Anonymous LLC
No
Publication
No
Advantages
- Liability protection
- Tax options
- Flexibility in business structure
- Low Ongoing Costs
Disadvantages
- State Taxes Apply
Franchise Tax & State Requirements
Biennial report due every two years
By default, LLCs in Iowa are taxed as pass-through entities. LLC profits made in Iowa are also subject to the federal self-employment income tax rate. In addition, LLCs in Iowa have the option to elect to be taxed as an S-Corp or C-Corp instead.
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Northwest
(4.2)
$39+ State Fee
- LLC formation
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Bizee
(4.6)
$0+ State Fee
- Free 1st Year Registered Agent Service
- Articles of Incorporation

Inc Authority, LLC
(4.9)
$0+ State Fee
- Business Name Check
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